Would you buy a new or used car for your next car?

[inlinesix]

  On 4/14/2022 at 4:10 AM, Aventa said:

I'm not very familiar with the EV vehicles so I reserve my input 😅
Once the EV batteries technology have matured and if the batteries are not too expensive to replace (e.g 3k every 5 years), why not?
I've searched COE Prius for fun many months back, I've seen some with even 5k+ depre..

Edit: Just did a search
Wah cheapest COE Prius also 8k+ depre .. Can buy C180 W204 liao hahaha

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Nowadays EV battery will not deteriorate till 100k miles.

[Aventa]

  On 4/14/2022 at 5:26 AM, inlinesix said:

Nowadays EV battery will not deteriorate till 100k miles.

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Wow that's quite robust!

100k miles is almost equivalent to 8 years mileage of an average Singaporean (non-sales / PHV)

Almost able to tahan throughout the full round of 10 year COE if low mileage driver

Edited April 14, 2022 by Aventa

[Ct3833]

  On 4/13/2022 at 10:10 PM, solomidboy said:

Hi bro Jamesc, if by TS you’re referring to me, then let me tell you my job is NOT a job that people my generation would want to do one. (Dirty, smelly, super tiring physically wise) 

Wont go too much into details otherwise very easy to expose 🙂 

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just when you think so, my job also tiring, dirty, smelly, and tiring, but not so well paid. 😅

[Benarsenal]

  On 4/13/2022 at 10:34 PM, solomidboy said:

I have read all the replies to my query posted and already have came up with my own decision,  already browsing thru sgcarmart and have already shortlisted those car that i had taken a interest in, i try not to look for too expensive ones, those that are below a 100k, and yeah, will be making appointments to go view or something on my off-days. However this is my first big major purchase of my life so still a very little bit hesitant to pull the plug haha. 
Thank you to all who have read and replied to my queries, i truly appreciate you guys taking time n effort into replying me 🙂 cheers and stay safe everyone~

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Just buy what you like and within your affordability. There is no right or wrong answer.

[Donald83]

Hello all, im driving a Jan-2015 registered Volvo S80 and i got it used in 2019 at around 79k. Depre works out to be around 10k a year.

Was looking around at car prices and it is really crazy these days. I was thinking of changing to a Lexus and i am perfectly fine with COE cars, as long as it is reliable and good quality. But the depre is not convincing enough for me to change.. Leaning towards driving till end of its life in Jan 2025 before deciding again.

WHat do you guys think? Is this a good approach or am i missing something?

[Jamesc]

I would say you are missing something.

You are missing out on driving a new old Lexus.

Hurry down to jamesc used car and grab one his nice condition Lexus before they are all gone.

I know he will give you a good price for your Volvo.

  On 4/25/2022 at 7:26 AM, Donald83 said:

Hello all, im driving a Jan-2015 registered Volvo S80 and i got it used in 2019 at around 79k. Depre works out to be around 10k a year.

Was looking around at car prices and it is really crazy these days. I was thinking of changing to a Lexus and i am perfectly fine with COE cars, as long as it is reliable and good quality. But the depre is not convincing enough for me to change.. Leaning towards driving till end of its life in Jan 2025 before deciding again.

WHat do you guys think? Is this a good approach or am i missing something?

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[Lala81]

  On 4/25/2022 at 7:26 AM, Donald83 said:

Hello all, im driving a Jan-2015 registered Volvo S80 and i got it used in 2019 at around 79k. Depre works out to be around 10k a year.

Was looking around at car prices and it is really crazy these days. I was thinking of changing to a Lexus and i am perfectly fine with COE cars, as long as it is reliable and good quality. But the depre is not convincing enough for me to change.. Leaning towards driving till end of its life in Jan 2025 before deciding again.

WHat do you guys think? Is this a good approach or am i missing something?

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just drive on if your car is mechanically sound. unless ur pigu itchy

 

Edited April 25, 2022 by Lala81

[mersaylee]

  On 4/25/2022 at 10:44 AM, Lala81 said:

just drive on if your car is mechanically sound. unless ur pigu itchy

 

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@Soya favourite anti itch cream 😁

My wallet is my cure...open and see no money inside...itchiness immediately stop 😅

[mersaylee]

  On 4/25/2022 at 7:26 AM, Donald83 said:

Hello all, im driving a Jan-2015 registered Volvo S80 and i got it used in 2019 at around 79k. Depre works out to be around 10k a year.

Was looking around at car prices and it is really crazy these days. I was thinking of changing to a Lexus and i am perfectly fine with COE cars, as long as it is reliable and good quality. But the depre is not convincing enough for me to change.. Leaning towards driving till end of its life in Jan 2025 before deciding again.

WHat do you guys think? Is this a good approach or am i missing something?

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Which variant is your S80? T5 is good, T6 lagi good but fuel consumption horrible, T4 not good, 2.0T not good, D2 not good, D4 powderful but also no good, 2.5T is the most robust variant with proven engine block and aisin 6 speed gearbox. 

Drove a few of those till the very last day at various period 

T6 body 700

2.5T 1.2k (exporter made mistake, I gained) 

2.0T 400

2016 is the last production year for S80, yours is a 2014 production year car. I won't expect good body value for EOL wowo model...

[Ct3833]

  On 4/25/2022 at 7:26 AM, Donald83 said:

Hello all, im driving a Jan-2015 registered Volvo S80 and i got it used in 2019 at around 79k. Depre works out to be around 10k a year.

Was looking around at car prices and it is really crazy these days. I was thinking of changing to a Lexus and i am perfectly fine with COE cars, as long as it is reliable and good quality. But the depre is not convincing enough for me to change.. Leaning towards driving till end of its life in Jan 2025 before deciding again.

WHat do you guys think? Is this a good approach or am i missing something?

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keep on driving if you want to avoid spending more money than now, unless your  car gives your too many problems. 2025 is a good time to change car , COE should be soften by then. If COE will to drop earlier then 2025 , then you can consider changing car by then. Dont gorget, if you sell your volvo now , you will have to take a very very steep loss,  dont expect dealers to offer your 10k depre of the remaining years. Of course , if you have lots of extra money to spend, then buy a new car that you like now, no need to wait. 

Edited April 25, 2022 by Ct3833

[Lala81]

  On 4/25/2022 at 12:51 PM, Ct3833 said:

keep on driving if you want to avoid spending more money than now, unless your  car gives your too many problems. 2025 is a good time to change car , COE should be soften by then. If COE will to drop earlier then 2025 , then you can consider changing car by then. Dont gorget, if you sell your volvo now , you will have to take a very very steep loss,  dont expect dealers to offer your 10k depre of the remaining years. Of course , if you have lots of extra money to spend, then buy a new car that you like now, no need to wait. 

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yup.

[Volvobrick]

  On 4/25/2022 at 12:51 PM, mersaylee said:

Which variant is your S80? T5 is good, T6 lagi good but fuel consumption horrible, T4 not good, 2.0T not good, D2 not good, D4 powderful but also no good, 2.5T is the most robust variant with proven engine block and aisin 6 speed gearbox. 

Drove a few of those till the very last day at various period 

T6 body 700

2.5T 1.2k (exporter made mistake, I gained) 

2.0T 400

2016 is the last production year for S80, yours is a 2014 production year car. I won't expect good body value for EOL wowo model...

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2014 is definitely 1.6 or 2.0. Mine is old 2.5T with Asin trans. Very robust. Still on factory trans oil. Did one oil filter housing replacement (small oil leak) and fuel pressure sensor. Radiator fan failed but very cheap to replace. 

Edited April 25, 2022 by Volvobrick

[mersaylee]

  On 4/25/2022 at 1:22 PM, Volvobrick said:

2014 is definitely 1.6 or 2.0. Mine is old 2.5T with Asin trans. Very robust. Still on factory trans oil. Did one oil filter housing replacement (small oil leak) and fuel pressure sensor. Radiator fan failed but very cheap to replace. 

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Still on stock transmission oil? How old is your car and what's the mileage clock? 😲

[Volvobrick]

  On 4/25/2022 at 1:31 PM, mersaylee said:

Still on stock transmission oil? How old is your car and what's the mileage clock? 😲

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12 but less than 100k....

[mersaylee]

  On 4/25/2022 at 1:33 PM, Volvobrick said:

12 but less than 100k....

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I'd change out the stock oil ASAP. You'll feel the difference...

[Donald83]

  On 4/25/2022 at 12:51 PM, mersaylee said:

Which variant is your S80? T5 is good, T6 lagi good but fuel consumption horrible, T4 not good, 2.0T not good, D2 not good, D4 powderful but also no good, 2.5T is the most robust variant with proven engine block and aisin 6 speed gearbox. 

Drove a few of those till the very last day at various period 

T6 body 700

2.5T 1.2k (exporter made mistake, I gained) 

2.0T 400

2016 is the last production year for S80, yours is a 2014 production year car. I won't expect good body value for EOL wowo model...

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Mine is D2. So far quite solid. No major issues. Have been going for the routine servicing

[Donald83]

  On 4/25/2022 at 12:51 PM, Ct3833 said:

keep on driving if you want to avoid spending more money than now, unless your  car gives your too many problems. 2025 is a good time to change car , COE should be soften by then. If COE will to drop earlier then 2025 , then you can consider changing car by then. Dont gorget, if you sell your volvo now , you will have to take a very very steep loss,  dont expect dealers to offer your 10k depre of the remaining years. Of course , if you have lots of extra money to spend, then buy a new car that you like now, no need to wait. 

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Yeah my thoughts exactly. Good to hear this! My tyres due for change (last changed on 31 Dec 2019) so will change to new set and last till Jan 2025.

[Donald83]

  On 4/25/2022 at 1:22 PM, Volvobrick said:

2014 is definitely 1.6 or 2.0. Mine is old 2.5T with Asin trans. Very robust. Still on factory trans oil. Did one oil filter housing replacement (small oil leak) and fuel pressure sensor. Radiator fan failed but very cheap to replace. 

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Yup mine is D2, 1.5 litre. Any issues with this variant?